Intel’s Meteor Lake-powered MSI Claw handheld undergoes testing and comparison against ASUS ROG Ally
Intel’s Meteor Lake-powered MSI Claw handheld undergoes testing and comparison against the ASUS ROG Ally powered by the AMD Ryzen Z1 series. Chinese reviewers have pitted the two variants of the MSI Claw against the ROG Ally in benchmark testing, revealing performance disparities and potential for improvement as the MSI Claw nears its official launch.
AMD’s Zen 4 APUs Show Potential for Significant Overclocking Gains
AMD’s new Zen 4 APUs for the AM5 desktop platform are being put to the test by enthusiasts, with impressive results. Overclocker Skatterbencher has achieved a 37% performance boost by overclocking the integrated GPU and system memory, showcasing the potential for significant gains in AMD’s budget-friendly CPUs. While aggressive overclocking may require high-end cooling solutions, it opens up new possibilities for budget gaming setups.
HBM Prices Soaring Due to AI Chip Demand
High-bandwidth memory (HBM) prices are soaring due to increasing demand from AI chipmakers like Nvidia and AMD. HBM chips are crucial for AI systems and are expected to see continued high prices despite supply growth. Samsung and SK Hynix dominate the market and are ramping up production to meet demand. HBM is projected to account for over 18% of the DRAM market this year, with high profit margins driving sales.
ASRock’s $110 B650 Motherboard Sets Overclocking World Record
ASRock’s $110 US B650M-HDV/M.2 motherboard sets world record for overclocking with AMD Ryzen 9 7950X CPU, proving that entry-level motherboards can offer exceptional performance and value. Achieving a record-breaking 6.834 GHz with Liquid Nitrogen cooling, this budget-friendly motherboard outperformed higher-priced options, earning praise from renowned overclockers.
AMD Reportedly Developing New GPU to Rival Nvidia RTX 4080 at Lower Price Point
AMD is reportedly working on a new GPU that is rumored to rival the Nvidia RTX 4080 in performance, but at a significantly lower price point. The latest rumors surrounding the AMD Radeon 8000 series suggest that the company is…
AMD Reports Better-Than-Expected Q4 Financial Results
AMD, a leading chipmaker, has reported better-than-expected financial results for the fourth quarter, with an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.77, matching analyst estimates. The company’s revenue stood at $6.2 billion, surpassing the consensus estimate of $6.13 billion. As a…
Tech and Retail Stocks Surge After Hours
Stocks in the technology and retail sectors experienced significant movement after hours on Tuesday. Leading the pack were Microsoft, Alphabet, Starbucks, and AMD, among others. Microsoft saw a 3% surge after reporting its fiscal second-quarter earnings, surpassing Wall Street’s expectations….
AMD Adds ‘Experimental Support’ for MESA’s RADV Vulkan Driver in Latest Update
AMD Latest Advanced Media Framework Update Features Support For MESA’s RADV Vulkan Driver It seems like AMD has recognized the potential encapsulated in MESA’s RADV Vulkan drivers on Linux as they push out a new update, adding in ‘initial’ support…
AMD’s Anticipated Zen 5 Architecture May Launch Later This Year
AMD may finally launch what we’ve all been waiting for later this year By Kunal Khullar January 16, 2024 AMD’s big CES 2024 reveals left some fans wanting more. The company announced the expansion of its existing Ryzen 7000X3D desktop…
Analyst Calls Impact Tesla, Nvidia, Apple, AMD, and More
Monday’s biggest analyst calls have been revealed, with notable recommendations for Tesla, Nvidia, Apple, AMD, Home Depot, Western Digital, and more. Analysts have downgraded Home Depot and Lowe’s, while Goldman Sachs has upgraded a payments stock. Additionally, Berenberg has identified…